LINEUP OUTLOOKS: Jurickson Profar moving on up, plus McNeil and Naylor

Saying it's been a rough start of the season for hitters in real life, and fantasy, would be an understatement. Entering game play on Thursday, the league average slash line of .230/.309/.369 underscores the dearth of offense this month. With starting pitchers averaging less than five innings per start, and rosters expanded so bullpens carry fresher arms, it's resulted in less scoring across the league. Identifying players gaining more plate appearances or the opportunity for increased production will be pivotal this season. 

Today's lineup outlook identifies three such situations. 

Jurickson Profar (1B/OF, SD)

Off to a strong start, Profar's found himself hitting fifth against both left-handed and right-handed starting pitchers this...

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